Sex - what is sex?

GGC - Sexual Health - Young People
NHS GGC

Sex can mean the identity assigned to babies at birth, based on their external genitals. This is usually male or female.

Sex can also mean sexual activity.

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 30/06/2024

Next review date: 31/12/2025

Author(s): Jill Wilson, Health Improvement Lead, Sandyford Sexual Health Services.

Author email(s): jill.wilson7@nhs.scot.

Reviewer name(s): Jill Wilson, Health Improvement Lead, Sandyford Sexual Health Services.